53 Middle Eastern Recipes
From Grilled Falafel Shawarma Wrap with Tahini Dressing to Pan-Seared Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Yogurt Sauce — browse 53 Middle Eastern recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit. Updated weekly.
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Shop these Middle Eastern recipes on Instacart →Grilled Falafel Shawarma Wrap with Tahini Dressing
Crispy falafel patties grilled and wrapped with fresh veggies and creamy tahini dressing for a vegetarian shawarma-inspired wrap.
Pan-Seared Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Thinly sliced chicken thighs marinated in Middle Eastern spices, pan-seared and served with a tangy garlic yogurt sauce.
Pan-Fried Falafel with Tahini Drizzle and Pickled Vegetables
Golden pan-fried falafel served with a nutty tahini sauce and tangy quick-pickled vegetables for a vibrant Middle Eastern appetizer.
Grilled Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Chops with Preserved Lemon Yogurt
Tender lamb chops infused with warm Moroccan spices, paired with a tangy preserved lemon yogurt sauce to balance the rich flavors.
Mid-Aged Apple and Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
Comforting baked oatmeal studded with tender apple chunks and warm cinnamon, perfect for a wholesome breakfast.
Middle Kingdom Five-Spice Braised Pork Belly
Succulent pork belly slowly braised in a fragrant five-spice and soy sauce broth, yielding tender, melt-in-your-mouth bites inspired by Central Kingdom flavors.
Pan-Seared Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil
Tender chicken breasts pan-seared and simmered in a savory sun-dried tomato and basil sauce.
Slow-Simmered Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Cinnamon
A fragrant Moroccan-inspired stew featuring tender lamb shoulder slow-cooked with apricots, cinnamon sticks, and warm spices for a rich and aromatic dish.
Date and Nut Baklava Rolls
Delicate phyllo rolls filled with a spiced mixture of dates and nuts, baked to golden perfection and drizzled with honey syrup.
Za’atar Roasted Chicken with Sumac Onions
Juicy roasted chicken seasoned with fragrant za’atar and served with tangy sumac-spiced caramelized onions for a vibrant Middle Eastern meal.
Vegetarian Grape Leaf Rolls with Pine Nuts and Herb Rice
A fresh take on stuffed grape leaves filled with a delicate blend of short-grain rice, toasted pine nuts, and vibrant fresh herbs, perfect for a light appetizer or snack.
Braised Lamb and Rice Dolma with Warm Allspice
Grape leaves wrapped around a savory mixture of spiced ground lamb and rice, slowly braised to tender perfection with aromatic Middle Eastern spices.
Steamed Grape Leaves Stuffed with Spiced Long-Grain Rice
Tender grape leaves wrapped around a fragrant mixture of long-grain rice, herbs, and warm spices, steamed to perfection for a classic Middle Eastern appetizer.
Middle-Eastern Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Tahini Sauce
Juicy lamb meatballs seasoned with traditional Middle Eastern spices, served with a cooling yogurt tahini sauce to balance the rich flavors.
Mid-Simmered Tomato and Basil Pasta with Garlic Butter
Al dente pasta enveloped in a gently simmered fresh tomato and basil sauce, enriched with garlic butter for a simple yet elegant Italian dinner.
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shawarma with Sumac and Tahini Drizzle
Juicy lamb shoulder slow-roasted with fragrant shawarma spices, served with a tangy sumac and tahini sauce for a rich Middle Eastern experience.
Chickpea and Vegetable Layered Casserole with Fresh Herbs
A hearty, veggie-packed casserole with layers of chickpeas, zucchini, and spinach, all bound together with a fresh herb sauce and topped with a golden breadcrumb crust.
Lamb and Apricot Stuffed Pita with Za'atar
Juicy lamb and sweet apricot filling encased in warm pita bread, topped with aromatic za'atar for a perfect balance of savory and fruity flavors.
Pistachio-Dusted Dates with Tahini Drizzle
A simple yet elegant dessert featuring honeyed dates coated in crushed pistachios and drizzled with creamy tahini.
Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Red Wine Sauce
Tender lamb chops coated in a fragrant herb crust, served with a rich red wine sauce that enhances the meat's natural flavor.
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